8.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Inyokern, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.8/10
Median household income: $82,667
Median home value: $328,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 36%
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

How Inyokern compares

Median household income

$83k

83% of California median

About Schools in Inyokern, California

Inyokern, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in Inyokern perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Inyokern is Inyokern Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Inyokern is served by 1 school district: Sierra Sands Unified. These districts collectively serve 5,122 students.

Inyokern's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,667. The poverty rate in the area is 16.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Inyokern Elementary 153 students · Kindergarten–5th	153	Kindergarten–5th	8.8

Schools in Inyokern

Inyokern, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$82,667

Median Home Value

$328,000

Median Rent

$922/mo

Population

1,801

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

82%

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Community Profile

Inyokern has a median household income of $82,667. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $328,000, with a median rent of $922/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.8/10

Resources

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School District

Sierra Sands Unified

11 schools · 5,122 students

Nearby Cities

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Inyokern, California

How many schools are in Inyokern, California?

Inyokern has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Inyokern, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Inyokern is 8.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Inyokern, California?

The top-ranked school in Inyokern on MySchoolScout is Inyokern Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Inyokern, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Inyokern on MySchoolScout is Inyokern Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.

How many school districts serve Inyokern, California?

Inyokern is served by 1 school district: Sierra Sands Unified.

What is the education level in Inyokern, California?

According to Census data, 36% of adults in Inyokern have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Inyokern, California?

The median household income in Inyokern is approximately $82,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Inyokern, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Inyokern is 21.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Inyokern, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.